嘴脸

嘴臉

zuǐliǎn

noun #17,052

Meanings

Literally 'mouth-face' — but exclusively used as an insult, implying someone's face reveals their despicable nature.

Tā zhōngyú lùchū le zhēnshí de zuǐliǎn.

He finally showed his true colors.

Wǒ zài yě bù xiǎng kàndào tā nà fù zuǐliǎn.

I never want to see that ugly mug of his again.

usage

嘴脸 is always derogatory. It doesn't just mean 'face' — it implies a disgusting or hypocritical appearance. Never use it neutrally.

嘴 zuǐ

脸 liǎn